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Pinus strobus Torulosa
Twisted Eastern White Pine
- » Native evergreen
- » Curled, twisted needles
- » Soft, blue-green needles
- » Fuller and more fluffy look
- » Large and rapid grower
- » Easy to grow
- Category:Shrub
- Hardiness Zone:3-8
- Height:40-50 ft
- Spread:40-50 ft
- Bloom Color: Green Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
White Pine is one of our area's standout native evergreen trees. 'Torulosa' puts a new twist on this old time favorite with curled, twisted needles that cover the plant and give it a different look and texture that is subtle but readily apparent in the landscape. The needles are soft and carry the same pleasing blue-green tinge that is one of White Pine's most agreeable characteristics but they corkscrew with 2 or more twists and give the tree and fuller, more fluffy look that the species. Like its regular needled parent, 'Torulosa' is a large, rapidly growing tree that performs well in full sun or partial shade so give lots of room and let your neighbors comment about this easy to grow, showy novelty.
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Cold Tolerant |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Winter |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pinus strobus Torulosa
Pinus strobus ‘Torulosa’ thrives in full sun and well-drained soil with average moisture. Water regularly during establishment, then only during extended dry periods. This variety prefers slightly acidic soil and benefits from a light application of balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring. Minimal pruning is needed. Remove only dead or damaged branches to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood.